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Page 2: Important Information
Important Information WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. Product Registration Please fill out the product registration card and return it immediately. Returning the card allows us to contact you if needed. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Setup and Connections ... 3 Step 1: Unpack the TV/VCR and Remote Control ... 4 Step 2: Insert Batteries in the Remote ... 4 Step 3: Place your TV/VCR on a Stable Surface ... 4 Step 4: Choose a Hookup ... 4 How to Hook Up a VCR or Camcorder ... - Page 4 Table of Contents Express Recording ... 29 Timer Recording ... 30 Copying and Editing Tapes ... 31 Features and Controls ... 33 Using On-Screen Displays ... 34 Calling Up On-Screen Displays ... 34 Adjusting the Video ... 34 About Closed Captioning ... 35 To View Closed Captions ...
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Page 5: Setup And Connections
Setup and Connections Getting started This manu al is designed t o get y ou st arted quickl The first sections of the manual show you how to get set up and connected, program the remote, and use your TV/VCR. It also guides you through all of the menus, features, and controls of your TV/VCR. -
Page 6: Step 1: Unpack The Tv/Vcr And Remote Control
Setup and Connections Step 1: Unpack the TV/VCR and remote control Contact your dealer if your remote control is missing. Step 2: Insert batteries in the remote Remove the battery compartment cover from the back of the remote. Insert fresh batteries. Make sure that the polarities (+ and -) are aligned correctly. -
Page 7: How To Hook Up A Vcr Or Camcorder
Setup and Connections HOW TO Hook up a VCR or Camcorder To hook up a VCR or camcorder for copying tapes, use Connection E or F. Connection A: Attaching to a Dipole Antenna (With No Cable Box) Follow these steps to connect a dipole antenna to your TV/VCR. Do not connect a dipole antenna if you plan to connect a different type of indoor or outdoor antenna or cable system. -
Page 8: Connection C: Attaching To A Cable Box Required To Unscramble All Channels
Setup and Connections Connection C: Attaching to a Cable Box Required to Unscramble All Channels Connect as shown. Optional accessories may be required for this connection. Plug in power cords of TV/VCR and cable box. Go to “Step 5: Connect the G-LINK Cable.” Connection D: Attaching to a Cable Box Required to Unscramble Premium Channels Only... -
Page 9: Connection E: Attaching To A Vcr For Copying Tapes
Setup and Connections Connection E: Attaching to a VCR for Copying Tapes Connect as shown. Optional accessories may be required for this connection. Plug in power cords of VCR and TV/VCR. For further instructions, see the section “Copying and Editing Tapes.” Press 00 on the remote to select the line (audio/video) inputs on the TV/VCR to receive the signal from the VCR. -
Page 10: Step 5: Connect The G-Link Cable
Setup and Connections Step 5: Connect the G-LINK Cable This is an important step because the G-LINK cable enables your TV/VCR and the GUIDE Plus+ system (the on-screen guide that lists what shows are on TV) to work with your cable box. The G-LINK cable will not work until the GUIDE Plus+ system is set up. -
Page 11: Step 6: Plug In The Tv/Vcr
Setup and Connections Step 6: Plug in the TV/VCR Plug the power cord into the wall outlet, matching the wide blade of the plug with the wide slot in the outlet. Be sure to insert the plug completely. Step 7: Turn on the TV/VCR Press POWER on the front of the TV/VCR or press TV or VCR on the remote. - Page 12 Setup and Connections To complete GUIDE Plus+ setup, the G-LINK cable must be properly attached to your cable box if you have one. See “Step 5: Connect the G-LINK Cable,” later in this section. Select your country and enter your ZIP or Postal code.
- Page 13 Setup and Connections Once the correct model of cable box has been identified, you need to set the cable box’s output channel. Enter the channel you use to view channels through your cable box— usually 3 or 4. Consult your cable box’s instruction book or your cable company if you are not sure.
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Page 14: Step 9: Set Up The Rest Of The Tv/Vcr
Setup and Connections Step 9: Set Up the rest of the TV/VCR Select the Language This feature lets you select English, Spanish, or French as the language for your on-screen displays. Press MENU on the remote to display the TV/VCR Main Menu. Press 1 to display the Screen menu. -
Page 15: Set The Signal Type (Optional)
Setup and Connections Set the Signal Type (Optional) Note that if you have set up the GUIDE Plus+ system, Signal Type will not be available. The TV/VCR automatically selects the signal type (cable or antenna) when you run the Auto Channel Search. If you want to change the signal type, follow the directions below. -
Page 16: Set The Time And Date (Clock)
Setup and Connections Set the Time and Date (Clock) Note that if you have set up the GUIDE Plus+ system, the Time menu will not appear. Note that the only time you need to set the clock is when you’re not using cable (or a cable box). To set the clock: Press MENU on the remote to display the TV/VCR Main Menu. -
Page 17: Using The Remote
The universal remote can be programmed to control most brands of remote controllable VCRs, satellite receivers, and cable boxes. If you have an RCA, GE, or PROSCAN component , you pro babl y don’ t need t o program it a... -
Page 18: Remote Control Buttons
GUIDE Brings up and exits the GUIDE Plus+ system. In TV and VCR modes, brings up available on-screen guides (RCA, GE, and PROSCAN products only). INFO Brings up channel information that display the TV/VCR’s current status. -
Page 19: Modes Of Operation
Using the Remote CLEAR Removes any menu or display from the screen and returns you to TV viewing. Also exits the GUIDE Plus+ menu system. Allows you to change menu entries or clear a timer recording. Resets time counter to 0:00:00 when displayed. Number Buttons (0-9) Enters channel numbers, digits for programming the remote, and time settings directly though the remote control. -
Page 20: Programming The Remote
The universal remote can be programmed to control most brands of remote controllable VCRs, satellite receivers, and cable boxes. The remote is already programmed to control most RCA, GE, and PROSCAN TVs, VCRs, DVD players, laserdisc players, and satellite receivers. -
Page 21: Using The Remote To Control A Device
Using the Remote Using Direct Entry Turn on the component to be programmed. Look up the brand and code number(s) for the component on the code list on the last page of this section, “Using the Remote.” Press and hold the appropriate component button (VCR1, DVD, VCR2, AUX, SAT•CABLE). - Page 22 Quarter ... 2011 Quartz ... 2011 Quasar ... 2021, 2022, 2125 RCA ... 2000, 2001, 2003, 2013, 2021, ... 2055, 2056, 2082, 2083, 2084,2085, 2086,2087, ... 2088, 2089, 2090, 2091, 2107, 2115, 2120, 2125 Radioshack/Realistic ... 2002, 2011, 2013, 2014 ...
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Page 23: Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions Using your TV/VCR This section walks you through all the things your TV/VCR can do. I t i n cl u des i n formati o n on: • Playing a tape. • Using the playback features. • Recordi n g. -
Page 24: How To Play A Tape
Operating Instructions How to Play a Tape Insert a tape in the TV/VCR. The TV/VCR automatically turns on. The tape automatically begins to play if the safety tab on the cassette has been removed and the Auto Play feature has been turned on. Press PLAY, if necessary. -
Page 25: Using The Playback Features
Operating Instructions Using the Playback Features Pause This feature pauses the tape during playback and allows you to examine the details of the scene. Pause works best with tapes recorded in SLP speed. Press PAUSE during playback to pause the action. The TV/VCR will automatically switch from pause to stop after a few minutes to prevent tape wear. -
Page 26: Automatic Tracking
Operating Instructions Automatic Tracking The TV/VCR has automatic tracking which adjusts the picture when playing a tape that was recorded on another VCR. Automatic tracking is turned on whenever a tape is inserted or the TV/VCR’s power is turned on. Manual Tracking Occasionally, you may need to manually adjust tracking on a tape recorded on a different VCR or camcorder. -
Page 27: Auto Play Feature
Operating Instructions Auto Play Feature This feature enables the TV/VCR to automatically start playing a tape when it is inserted. (The safety tab on the tape must be removed.) Press MENU to display the TV/VCR Main Menu. Press 5 to display the Setup menu. Press 4 to change the Auto Play setting. -
Page 28: Index Search
Operating Instructions Index Search The TV/VCR automatically records index marks on the tape each time you begin recording. During playback you can locate the program you want to play by the number of index marks. Your TV/VCR has two index playback features. You can select a specific index number or search by scan and play. -
Page 29: Zero Search
Operating Instructions Zero Search This feature allows you to quickly return to a time counter reading of 0:00:00. This is especially convenient when you want to watch a segment of the tape several times. Insert the pre-recorded tape and press STOP. Press INFO on the remote twice to display only the time counter. -
Page 30: Recording Features
Operating Instructions Recording Features Recording Speeds Press SPEED to select a recording speed. • SP (Standard Play) gives the best quality recording; consequently, fewer programs can be recorded on the tape. Most pre-recorded, rental tapes are recorded in SP. • LP (Long Play) gives twice the recording time of tapes recorded in SP. -
Page 31: Basic Recording
Operating Instructions Basic Recording The GUIDE Plus+ system recording timer will override the VCR eight-event timer, and Sleep or Wake-up timers if you have set conflicting timed events in the GUIDE Plus+ system. If the VCR-timed recordings are already in progress, they will be interrupted and the GUIDE Plus+ system-timed recording will begin as scheduled. -
Page 32: Timer Recording
Operating Instructions To stop an express recording in progress: • Press and hold STOP/EJECT on the TV/VCR or STOP on the remote to stop the express recording. — OR — • Repeatedly press REC•VCR+ until Record Length: 0:00 appears. The recording stops after a few seconds. -
Page 33: Copying And Editing Tapes
Operating Instructions • If you turn the TV/VCR off, the TIMER indicator will flash if there is no cassette in the TV/VCR or the safety tab is missing from the cassette. 10. If using a cable box, turn it on and tune it to the channel you want to record before time for the recording to begin. - Page 34 Operating Instructions Press PAUSE on both the VCR or camcorder and the TV/VCR’s remote at the same time to begin copying the tape. Edit out segments that you do not want to copy by pressing PAUSE on the TV/VCR’s remote to pause the tape. Then, locate the next segment you want to copy on the playback VCR or camcorder by using FORWARD, REVERSE, or PLAY.
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Page 35: Features And Controls
Features and Controls USING the Features and Controls This section introduces you to the features and controls with which your TV/VCR is equipped. In this section, you will learn how to use: • On-screen displays. • The GUIDE Plus+ Menu system. •... -
Page 36: Using On-Screen Displays
Features and Controls Using On-Screen Displays When you change channels, adjust volume, or use a VCR feature, on-screen displays appear to let you know the status of the TV/VCR. Calling Up On-Screen Displays Press INFO to display the function, time counter, date, time, and tape speed. -
Page 37: About Closed Captioning
Features and Controls About Closed Captioning The closed captioning feature displays the audio portion of a program as text on the TV screen. This is useful to the hearing impaired or anyone who wants to watch a program without sound. There are four types of closed captions: Caption 1, Caption 2, Text 1 and Text 2. -
Page 38: Using Sleep Timer
Features and Controls Using Sleep Timer The sleep timer automatically turns the TV/VCR off after 30, 60, 90, or 120 minutes. Press MENU on the remote to display the TV/VCR Main Menu. Press 2 to display the Time menu. Press 1 to display the Sleep Timer screen. Press CH ^ or v to select 30, 60, 90, or 120 minutes. - Page 39 Features and Controls Press MENU to set the timer. • The wake-up timer will turn on the TV/VCR every day. The WAKE-UP indicator light on the front panel is illuminated when the wake-up timer is set. • Once the TV/VCR is turned on by the wake-up timer, the unit automatically turns off after 60 minutes if no buttons are pressed.
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Page 40: Parental Controls And V-Chip
Features and Controls Parental Controls and V-Chip The Parental Controls menu allows you to program your TV/VCR so that children cannot see certain programs. The first three choices in the Parental Controls menu involve a feature inside your TV/VCR called V-Chip which allows you to “block”... -
Page 41: Setting Tv Rating Limits
Features and Controls Setting TV Rating Limits Press MENU on the remote to display the TV/VCR Main Menu. Press 4 to display Parental Controls menu. Press 1 to display the V-Chip TV Rating Limit screen. Use the number buttons (1-7) to change the status of a TV program rating. -
Page 42: Blocking Age-Based Ratings
Features and Controls Blocking Age-Based Ratings You can automatically block all program ratings above a specified age-based rating level. For example, if you only want your child to watch programs that have a TV-G rating and lower (in other words, you want the child to watch TV-G, TV-Y7, and TV-Y), then you need to block out other programming with higher ratings. -
Page 43: Blocking Specific Content Themes
Features and Controls Blocking Specific Content Themes You can block programs based on their content. (Content is represented by the D, L, S, V, and FV on your screen.) When you block a content theme for a particular rating, you automatically block that content theme for higher-rated programs as well. -
Page 44: Setting Movie Rating Limits
Features and Controls Setting Movie Rating Limits You set movie rating limits by blocking movies rated above a specified level. To access the V-Chip Movie Rating Limit menu: Press MENU to access the TV/VCR Main Menu. Press 4 to display the Parental Controls menu. Press 2 for the V-Chip Movie Rating Limit screen. -
Page 45: Blocking Unrated Tv Programs
Features and Controls Blocking Unrated TV Programs Some TV programs are not rated but may contain material you do not want your children to see. These programs must be blocked separately. Press MENU to display the TV/VCR Main Menu. Press 4 to display the Parental Controls menu. Press 3 to select Unrated Programs from the menu and to toggle between View and Block. -
Page 46: Using The Guide Pius+ System
Features and Controls Using the Guide PI The GUIDE Plus+ system is an interactive on-screen program guide that lists TV schedules for your area and allows your TV direct control of a cable box and VCR. You must first set up the GUIDE Plus+ menu in order to view it. -
Page 47: Getting In & Out Of The Guide Pius+ System
Features and Controls Getting In & Out of the Guide Pi To enter the GUIDE Plus+ system, press GUIDE on the remote. There are three ways to exit the GUIDE Plus+ system: • Press OK to exit the GUIDE Plus+ system and tune to the channel highlighted in the Channel listing. -
Page 48: Grid Guide
Features and Controls Grid Guide The Grid guide appears each time you enter the GUIDE Plus+ system. It displays the current programming for each channel. The live program is displayed in the video window. • Use the up and down arrows to browse Channel listings and CH ^ and v to page through listings. -
Page 49: Sort
Features and Controls Sort The Sort menu lets you browse programs by category. The channel to which you are currently tuned is displayed in the background. To sort: Press MENU to highlight the Menu bar. Use the arrows to highlight Sort. When Sort is highlighted for the first time, the Movies category is displayed. - Page 50 Features and Controls News The News menu lets you browse current news stories by headline. Press GUIDE (the GUIDE Plus+ system appears). Then press MENU to select the menu bar. Use the arrows to highlight News. Use the up and down arrows to highlight a story. •...
- Page 51 Features and Controls Schedule Menu Action Buttons When viewing the Schedule menu the following Action buttons will appear on the bar: • Remove/Stop Highlight the Watch or Record timer you wish to remove from the Schedule and press 1 on the remote. •...
- Page 52 Features and Controls Editor You may customize the Channel listing by enabling or disabling the display of certain channels. For instance, you may disable channels that you never watch. You can restore disabled channels at a later point in time. Press GUIDE to bring up the GUIDE Plus+ system.
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Page 53: Reference
Reference Getting Assistance This section provides information you may need for guidance while using your TV/VCR. It gives you specific information about the front panel and back panel, care and cleaning information, a limited warranty, and an index. Setup and connections Using the remote Operating Instructions Features and Controls... -
Page 54: Front Panel
Reference Front Panel AUDIO IN and VIDEO IN Jacks Receives audio and video signals from another component (such as a VCR or camcorder) that is connected to these jacks. To select these front panel jacks, press 00 twice to display VIDEO 2. CH ^ and v (Channel up and down) Selects next higher or lower channel in the TV/VCR’s channel memory. -
Page 55: Back Panel
VIDEO Troubleshooting Sometimes problems can be easily solved by checking a few basic things. Check below before you call for help or take your TV/VCR to an Authorized RCA VCR Service Center. No power • Plug TV/VCR into an operating outlet. - Page 56 Reference No sound • Press VOL ^ to increase the sound. • Sound has been muted. Press MUTE or VOL ^ on remote. Snow or streaks in picture or no picture during tape playback • Check tape — it may be worn out or of poor quality. Try another tape. •...
- Page 57 Reference TV/VCR makes noise when stopped • TV/VCR is removing tape from heads. This is normal. The head cylinder inside the TV/VCR will continue to rotate for a few minutes after you put the VCR in the stop mode. Will not Auto Channel Search active channels correctly •...
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Page 58: Cleaning The Tv/Vcr
Reference Parental Control password does not work • Reset Parental Control password. Front panel buttons won’t work • When the GUIDE Plus+ system is recording, front panel buttons are inoperative. Not receiving all cable channels • Make sure you have set up the GUIDE Plus+ menu to recognize your cable box. Select GUIDE Plus+ Menu from the Main Menu, then select Setup from the GUIDE Plus+ menu. -
Page 59: Limited Warranty
Product Registration: • Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your set. It will make it easier for RCA to contact you should it ever be necessary. The return of the card is not required for warranty coverage. - Page 60 Coaxial cables are shielded so they are less susceptible to hum or interference from adjacent cables. Most audio/video connections between components can be made with shielded audio and video cables that have RCA-type phono connectors. Round 75-ohm coaxial cable Flat 300-ohm twin-lead cable Standard Audio/Video cable with RCA-type phono plugs (such as No.
- Page 61 Reference ON•OFF VCR1 Remote Control AUX SAT•CABLE VCR2 MUTE SEARCH replacements or spares can be ordered as needed. SPEED GO BACK GUIDE INFO MENU CLEAR INPUT ANTENNA REVERSE PLAY FORWARD REC•VCR+ STOP PAUSE - TRACKING + EDIT FR. ADV CRK76TRL1 2-way Signal Splitter helps you connect to a second TV or VCR.
- Page 62 Reference USE YOUR CREDIT CARD IMPORTANT: IMPORTANT: IMPORTANT: Placing an Order To place your order by phone, have your Visa, MasterCard, or Discover Card ready and call the toll-free number listed ® below. Use this number only to place an order for accessory items listed on this order form.
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Page 63: Index
Reference Index Accessories 58 Finding the sensor 8 Advance First time TV/VCR is turned Frame 23 on 9 Advertisement Frame advance 23 GUIDE Plus+ system 50 Front panel 52 Age-based ratings 40 AUDIO IN jacks 52 Auto play 25 G-LINK cable 4, 8 Auto repeat 25 GUIDE Plus+ system 9, 44 Autodisplay... - Page 64 Please do not send any products to the Indianapolis address listed in this manual or on the carton. This will only add delays in service for your product. 10330 North Meridian Street Indianapolis, IN 46290 ©2000 Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc. Trademark(s)®...